Lately, when buying bottled water, consumers are advised to check the bottom of the bottle, in order to protect their health.
Plastic bottles labeled with letters like HDP, HDPE, PP and a few
others, do not release any toxic materia in the water, and the remaining
letters can represent the chemicals found in the water
you are drinking. Every brand must label the content of the bottle, and
we offer you a little help to recognize the toxic water bottles.
PET or PETE – stands for single-use bottles. These
bottles can possibly release heavy metals and chemicals that affect the
hormonal balance.
HDP or HDPE – plastic that practically releases no
chemicals. Experts recommend choosing these bottles, when buying bottled
water, because it is probably the healthiest water you can find on the
market.
PVC or 3V – releases 2 toxic chemicals that affect the hormones in your body.
LDPE – this plastic can not be used in the
production of bottles, but plastic bags, even though it does not release
any chemicals into the water.
PP – another white colored or semi transparent plastic, used as a packing for syrups and yoghurt cups.
PS - releases some carcinogenic substances, and it is commonly used in the production of coffee cups and fast food casings.
PC or non-labeled plastic – the most dangerous
plastic in the food production which releases BPA chemicals, and it is
often used in the production of sports water bottles and food
containers.
As of today, check the bottom of the bottle twice! Click here to read more
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